Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) specialized nursing position is based in an organization that requires a comprehensive skill set and clinical expertise. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, with responsibilities including managing complex medical cases, operating advanced devices such as intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) and Impella, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and standards, supporting patient recovery and stability.
Job Details:
- Shift: Nights, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- End Date: 01/02/2027
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA); must have a minimum of two years of experience in an ICU or similar environment; current identification as a licensed Registered Nurse with relevant state licensure; must have experience with cardiothoracic surgery patients and devices such as intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) and Impella; orientation is weekly; must be separated from previous employment at the organization for at least six months; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible adaptability; must wear any color Scrubs.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Epic electronic health record system, prior experience floating between ICU and intermediate care units.
- Additional Information: BILH coversheet is required at the time of submission. This position involves working every other weekend, with a weekend rotation, and may require working through winter holidays with two holidays expected. Candidates should have the ability to float between ICU and intermediate care units as needed.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1313179. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus